One noticeable trend that I have seen since teaching and working in education is that there is a major shortage of father participation. When it comes to volunteering for field trip chaperones, volunteering for classroom helpers, and writing teacher notes, moms seem to be at the top of the list. So what is it about a child’s education that seems to turn fathers off from taking control? I have several ideas. First, work comes into play. There are many more stay at home moms than dads. Some dads would love to participate but simply cannot. They work so that their … Continue reading →